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TSC is ready to meet you wherever you are. Our application is quick, easy, and free. Follow the steps on the page below to learn what you need to get started at TSC.
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Step 1: Apply Using Our FREE Online Application
Apply for admission to TSC through our student portal, Workday.
After you submit your application, you will receive a confirmation email. The email will go to the address you provided on your application. The confirmation email will include your:
- TSC Identification number
- TSC email address
- And TSC password
Please keep this page for your records. You will need this information to log in to Workday and access your TSC Outlook email.
Additional Steps for Dual Enrollment Students
To determine if dual enrollment is right for you:
- Meet with your high school guidance counselor or Home Education Official (parent/guardian)
- Verify with them if you meet the admissions criteria
- Get permission from your guidance counselor or Home Education Official to register
For Public/Private Students
Meet with your High School Guidance Counselor to verify you meet admissions criteria.
For Home Schooled Students
Meet with your Home Education Official to complete the required forms. Submit all forms to the Dual Enrollment Coordinator at [email protected].
- Home School Articulation Agreement 23-24
- County Verification of Home Education Registration or Personalized Education Program (PEP) award letter. TSC's service area includes Gadsden, Leon, and Wakulla counties.
- Permission to Access Home Education Records
- Dual Enrollment Campus Bookstore Agreement
Home Education Officials (parent/guardian) may also submit the Home Education Start Up Packet via DocuSign. The above County Verification of Home Education Registration form will need to be scanned separately to [email protected]
Additional Steps for Transient Students
A transient student (or "guest student") is a student who is enrolled at another college but taking classes at TSC that will count toward their degree at their home institution.
Applying:
First-time, out-of-state students should complete the online admission application.
In-state students should apply through the Florida Department of Education portal at www.Floridashines.org.
Paying for classes:
As a transient student, you will be responsible for paying your tuition upfront; any financial aid will be reimbursed at a later date from your home institution, not from TSC.
Additional Steps for International Students
International students are "non-immigrant" visitors who come to the United States to study. To apply, you need to provide additional forms and documentation.
Additional Steps for Law Enforcement, Fire Academy, and Correctional Recruits
Review the application steps and requirements for Florida Public Safety programs:
Additional Steps for Adult Education Students
Review the application steps and requirements for TSC's Adult Education Programs
Additional Steps for Returning Students
Former TSC students who have not been enrolled at TSC within the last 12 months or three consecutive semesters are considered readmitted or returning students. If you are a returning student:
- Reapply to the college
- Submit all your transcripts
- Apply for financial aid
- Resolve any registration holds to register for classes
Step 2: Review Your Application
- Did you complete the Residency questionnaire?
- Declaring your residency affects the price of your tuition. If approved for in-state residency, you will be charged in-state tuition and can save money.
- Did you select the right program?
- Certificates: Short-term credentials to prepare you for a job or to excel in your industry.
- Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree: Two-year degree for students interested in a Bachelor's Degree.
- Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree: Two-year degree leading to a career in a competitive field.
- Bachelor's Degree: Four-year degree in a chosen field of study.
- If you aren't sure if you want to apply to a Certificate, A.A., A.S., or a Bachelor program, review our program types here.
- Did you list all of the institutions you have previously attended?
- List your high school(s) and any colleges you may have attended in the past.
Step 3: Apply For Financial Aid
Applying for Aid
If you are applying for any kind of aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.studentaid.gov.
- TSC School Code: 001533
- Review important information about applying for financial aid and available TSC scholarships
Fin Aid Hub
Log in to Workday to view your Financial Aid Hub. Look for it in your "Top Apps" section to find all your tuition and financial aid information and holds.
Waivers
Review our Tuition Waivers and Exemptions for:
- State of Florida employees
- Current or former members of the military
- Students experiencing homelessness
- Or independent-living students
Step 4: Request High School Transcript or GED Test Scores
Request for your final official high school transcript or GED test scores to be sent to TSC. Admission to the college requires a standard high school diploma or GED. It is important for your records to be sent as soon as possible after graduation. The information on your transcript will assist with your first-semester course scheduling.
- Send official ACIE, AP, IB, and CLEP scores.
- Dual enrolled students must submit official college transcripts from the college where dual enrollment credit was earned.
- Home-educated students must complete the Affidavit of Home School Completion form.
If Applicable, Request College/University Transcripts
Request any and all college/university transcripts, if applicable. Transfer students are required to submit official college transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
Step 5: Review Placement Testing Information
Students who meet the following criteria are exempt from placement testing:
- A student who entered grade 9 in a Florida public school in the 2003-2004 school year, or any year thereafter, and earned a Florida standard high school diploma, or a student who is serving as an active duty member of any branch of the United States Armed Services.
- Students with ACT or SAT scores at or above the state minimum: ACT: English 17, Reading 19, Math 19; SAT Reading 24, Writing 25, Math 24. Test results must be less than two years old.
- An approved alternative method may be used to assess readiness for college-level work.
If you are not exempt for any of the above reasons, you need to take an assessment test like the Post-Secondary Education Readiness (PERT) test for academic advisement. Contact the Testing Center to learn how to take the PERT.
Step 6: Review Workday and Complete Onboarding Tasks
Familiarize yourself with our online portal Workday. Here you can access your student records, academic progress, registration, and much more.
Your Academic and Advising hub and your Financial Aid hub are in the top apps list on the first page of Workday.
Be sure to check your TSC Outlook email frequently. It is the College’s official means of communication with students.
If you need assistance, contact the TSC Help Desk at (850) 201-8545, option 1, or [email protected].
Need help navigating through Workday? Take a look at our training guides.
Obtain Your Digital Student ID
1. Visit CloudCard Online Photo Submission
2. Upload your photo
- Photo should be cropped slightly above your head to the middle of your chest
- Photo should be taken against a plain, light background
- Photo must be in color
- You must not be wearing sunglasses or a hat
- You must be positioned directly facing the camera
- Your eyes should be open and looking at the camera
3. Upload a photo of a valid government-issued ID. It can be a driver's license, state-issued ID card, military ID, or passport.
Step 7: Check Upcoming Dates and Pay Tuition and Fees
- Review the academic calendar and make note of key important dates, including:
- First Day of Class
- Last Day to Add a Class
- Last Day to Drop a Class
- Last Day to Withdraw
- Fee Payment Due Date
- Make sure all of your tuition and fees are paid or will be covered by financial aid by the fee payment due date. Options to pay:
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- Online
- In-person at the Cashier's Office
- Payment Plan
- Florida Prepaid Program
- Financial Aid
Step 8: Register for Classes
Don't wait to register for classes. If it's your first semester or you are not sure what classes to take, meet with an academic advisor early. They will make sure you are on the right path. You can find your advisor and make an appointment through the Academic and Advising hub. Find the hub in the top apps list of your Workday.
Step 9: Complete New Student Welcome
Complete New Student Welcome to get started. TSC offers:
- In-person and virtual advising meetings
- A self-paced Connect2Complete: New Student Orientation course
- and New Student Welcome Sessions prior to registration
During your advising meeting, you will speak with a Career and Academic Advisor. They will assist you with course planning and registration.
The Connect2Complete course in Canvas is a set of self-paced, virtual modules. They provide an overview of significant facets of TSC life. This course will be available after you apply.
The New Student Welcome sessions allow students via Zoom to meet College faculty and staff. They will help prepare you for campus and the first day of class. All three new student activities should be completed before Fall Convocation.
Additional Step for Non-Degree Seeking Students
You must submit a completed Non-Degree Course Request form to the Admissions Office each term of enrollment by clicking here.
You must upload an unofficial transcript with your non-degree request form, even if you're a recent TSC graduate or former TSC student who hasn't attended any other colleges/universities.
Note: Students seeking enrollment in courses that require prerequisite work must submit proof that they have met the prerequisites.
Additional Step for Veteran Students
Veterans Affairs helps veterans take advantage of specialized services that are designed to assist veteran students navigate state and federal education benefit programs, and make the most of the College’s many resources.
Visit the office at the Veterans Success Center, located in the Computer Technology (CT) building, room 206.
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